1983 Honda Civic vs. 1978 Talbot Horizon
To start off, 1983 Honda Civic is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Talbot Horizon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Talbot Horizon would be higher. At 1,334 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Honda Civic (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1978 Talbot Horizon. (57 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1978 Talbot Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Talbot Horizon weights approximately 160 kg more than 1983 Honda Civic.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1983 Honda Civic (94 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Talbot Horizon. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Talbot Horizon.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Honda Civic | 1978 Talbot Horizon | |
Make | Honda | Talbot |
Model | Civic | Horizon |
Year Released | 1983 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1334 cc | 1118 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 91 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 65 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 47 L |